Rebecca

How does the narrator feel in Maxim's presence?

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THe narrator feels unsure and nervous about Maxim's presence. The title of "Mrs. de Winter" given to her by Maxim which ind of creeps her out. For the first part of their marriage, Maxim and the narrator have the unequal relationship of a parent and child. Maxim remains aloof from his wife, treating her with patronizing consideration and striving to maintain her innocence. The narrator feels Maxim's condescension and desperately wishes to be taken seriously and be able to support Maxim as an equal partner in the relationship. After the truth about Rebecca's death is revealed, the narrator loses her child-like innocence but also loses her insecurity and fears about Maxim's love for Rebecca.

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